Accounting Manager, Global GL Operations [Remote]

Blockstream was founded in 2014 by Dr. Adam Back and a group of fellow cryptographers and engineers who are passionate about Bitcoin and its potential to change the world. Today, Blockstream is the leading Bitcoin company, providing cutting-edge infrastructure solutions for enterprises, institutions, and individual Bitcoin users. We develop industry-leading Bitcoin self-custody solutions, Bitcoin-based financial products, second-layer scaling technologies, and enterprise-grade blockchain infrastructure.

We're seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to join our growing accounting & finance team during a transformative period and prepare for public market readiness. You’ll play a key leadership role in preparing the company for public market compliance and overseeing the annual and quarterly consolidated financial audit process.

This position is ideal for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be at the forefront of Bitcoin's mainstream adoption while building expertise in the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency accounting landscape.

What You Will Be Doing (Responsibilities):

• Lead the preparation, coordination, and review of the month-end close process.

• Support the preparation and analysis of monthly financial statements.

• Manage accounting requests related to tax compliance, statutory filings, and regulatory reporting.

• Prepare and review periodic financial statement fluctuation (flux) analyses on a month-over-month and quarter-over-quarter basis.

• Prepare and review monthly general ledger account reconciliations.

• Assist with the consolidation of foreign subsidiaries and intercompany eliminations.

• Coordinate with external auditors in connection with PCAOB audits, including audit procedures related to Bitcoin custody controls and blockchain reconciliations.

• Support the design, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of internal controls, including quarterly control compliance.

• Support the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements in accordance with the U.S. GAAP.

• Monitoring the new U.S. GAAP accounting pronouncements and support the implementation of applicable standards.

• Support SOX compliance initiatives, CECL modeling, mergers and acquisitions, and debt and equity transactions.

What We Look For In You (Required Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field and CPA certification required.

• 5-7 years of relevant accounting experience with the U.S. GAAP experience, public accounting, and cryptocurrency/fintech a plus.

• Strong knowledge of the U.S. GAAP, SEC regulations, financial reporting standards, and memo creation.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets to support SEC filings and disclosure preparation.

• Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.

• Proven ability to implement new accounting standards and complex reporting processes.

• Excellent analytical, project management, and communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves (Preferred Qualifications):

• Big 4 or national firm experience with focus on financial services or technology clients.

• Industry exposure with experience leading an accounting team and closing books on a timely basis.

• Experience with multi-business unit companies and segment reporting

• Previous SOX compliance experience.

Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is $130,000 – $150,000 USD, depending on skills and experience. In addition to base salary, full-time Blockstream employees receive: Target equity grants and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)).

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